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Identification of Alpha-synuclein Molecular Forms Correlating with Clinicopathology
… with Clinicopathology of Parkinson's Disease Promising Outcomes of Original Grant: We have developed a sensitive … minimal clinical model brain tissue using high resolution top down mass spectrometry methods. In total extracts of … normal control subjects, the majority of alpha synuclein is present as the acetylated, full length protein. …
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Parkinson's Protein Blasting Off to Space
July 20, 2017
… with the Center for the Advancement of Science in Space to send key Parkinson's protein LRRK2 to the International … and honored to partner with CASIS on behalf of the PD community here on Earth," said Michael J. Fox in a video … to ready the protein for growth in space. Read more in our press release on why LRRK2 is a research priority and how …
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Ask the MD: What's Happening with Deep Brain Stimulation?
November 30, 2016
… Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is an always popular topic among people with Parkinson's and researchers alike, and for good reason: it's the most commonly performed surgical procedure for the management of …
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Podcast: Whatever Happened to Stem Cells?
October 29, 2013
… with the New York Stem Cell Foundation Research Institute to create cell lines from PPMI patients’ skin samples to … and MJFF scientific advisor, and Brian Fiske, PhD , vice president of research programs at MJFF, for the latest in the in the MJFF Parkinson's Podcast series . Read …
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What Ever Happened to Stem Cells?
February 18, 2016
… Home Page Cancel Register for Webinar What Ever Happened to Stem Cells? First Name Last Name Email Postal Code … had PD I am a researcher, clinician or work with the PD community Other Diagnosis Date ${selected} Jan Feb Mar Apr … must have Javascript and Cookies enabled in your browser preferences to access this webinar. Privacy Policy Terms & …
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My Research Journey: Why I Raised My Hand to Participate Shortly After Diagnosis
… Sometimes, a long-awaited diagnosis can lead to a certain … before his official diagnosis. “When I was growing up, my grandmother had lilacs, and their aroma evoked wonderful … to ease the tremors after I'd been in PPMI for a year, I’m committed to the study for many years to come,” Mike says. …